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The information on this sheet is based on approvals granted by the Japanese regulatory authority. Approval details may vary by country. Medicines have adverse reactions (risks) as well as efficacies (benefits). It is important to minimize adverse reactions and maximize efficacy. To obtain a better therapeutic response, patients should understand their medication and cooperate with the treatment.
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Brand name :
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Elcitonin Inj.20S Dispo
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Effects of this medicine
This medicine is a synthetic calcitonin preparation. Calcitonin is a hormone involved with bone metabolism. This medicine suppresses bone resorption (breaking bone down). It also acts on the pain suppressing nerve system.
It is usually used for pain due to osteoporosis.
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Before using this medicine, be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist
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If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines.
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If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)
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Dosing schedule (How to take this medicine)
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Your dosing schedule prescribed by your doctor is << to be written by a healthcare professional>>
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In general, for adults, this medicine is injected intramuscularly once a week.
The treatment period with this medicine depends on your symptoms. However, the standard treatment period is 6 months.
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Precautions while taking this medicine
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Possible adverse reactions to this medicine
The most commonly reported adverse reactions include nausea, hot flush (facial glow/redness), rash and hives. If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
The symptoms described below are rarely seen as initial symptoms of the adverse reactions indicated in brackets. If any of these symptoms occur, stop taking this medicine and see your doctor immediately.
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general redness (skin red rash), hives, respiratory distress [shock, anaphylactoid symptoms]
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numbness, convulsion [tetany]
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convulsive shortness of breath, wheezing (whistling breath) [asthma attack]
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general malaise, loss of appetite, yellowing of the skin and the white of eyes [liver dysfunction, jaundice]
The above symptoms do not describe all the adverse reactions to this medicine. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any symptoms of concern other than those listed above.
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